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Group 2 Elements (alkaline Earth Metals)
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Group 2 elements, also known as alkaline earth metals, are a group of metallic elements found in the second column of the periodic table. They have similar properties such as high reactivity and low electronegativity.
Key Features
- High reactivity
- Low electronegativity
- Silver-white appearance
- Good conductors of electricity
Pros
- Good conductors of electricity
- Used in various industrial applications such as alloys and fertilizers
Cons
- Highly reactive, can easily react with moisture in the air